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 | Training for Safety
by Margaret Beeman and Ona Kiser
Outlines the foundation for starting the driving horse. Specific exercises are given for groundwork in preparation for putting to a cart and driving the single horse. Tips are also included to help deal with scary objects in a safe and confident manner. PB 71 pp.
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|  | All About Manes & Tails
by Carolyn Henderson
A step-by-step guide to making the most of your horse’s appearance
for the show ring. Learn how to pull and trim manes and tails. Various braiding techniques
are well described and illustrated. PB 24 pp.
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 | Better Than Bombproof
by Sgt. Rick Pelicano
More common-sense strate-
gies to help your horse deal
with scary situations. In his
second book, Sgt. Pelicano
shows new ways to desensi-
tize your horse through long-
lining exercises as well as
under saddle. Includes tips
on becoming a more effective
rider, how to prepare for a parade, and valuable trailer
loading techniques. PB 170 pp.
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|  | Bombproof Your Horse
by Sgt. Rick Pelicano
Systematic approach to de-spooking horses by a mounted police officer. A program of exercises will make your horse calm and more confident in any situation. PB 182 pp.
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 | Bombproofing Tips
by Perry Wood
Take the time to train your horse to accept the unexpected. This booklet explains the tools you need to develop a more trusting relationship with your equine partner. By using distance, repetition, and positive reinforcement, you can teach your horse to think more and to react less. PB 24 pp.
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|  | Breaking a Horse to Harness
by Sallie Walrond
This step-by-step guide will give the average competent horseman the confidence to train his own horse to drive. Progressive lessons are given on accustoming the horse to harness, lunging, ground driving, dragging a tire, putting to and, ultimately, road work. Completely revised, enlarged and updated edition of Sallie Walrond's classic work. Well illustrated with many color photographs. HB 142 pp.
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 | Breaking and Training the Driving Horse
by Doris Ganton
The steps needed to train a green colt to become a driving horse are outlined. From accustoming the colt to harness, working in poles, to hitching him to a cart, this logical format can be used to train any breed of horse to drive. PB 85 pp.
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|  | Buying a Horse
by Peter Gray
Learn where to buy, what to look for, and how to avoid potential problems. Offers tips on suitability, conformation faults, vices, and the vetting process. PB 24 pp.
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 | Carriage Driving
by Heike Bean and Sarah Blanchard
A reprint of the classic 1992 edition. Discusses the training of the driving horse from a dressage perspective. Equine mechanics, proper equipment, and ground training are also covered. An entire chapter is devoted to pair driving. PB 272pp.
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|  | Carriage Turnouts
by Carriage Association of America
The correct style of turnout appropriate for different types of carriages is detailed. Paint colors, upholstery, lamps, trim, harness, fittings, appointments, and suitability of horses are outlined. Proper dress for drivers, grooms, and passengers is discussed. This revised edition contains images from the CAA's Carriage Identification Chart plus a table of pole and shaft dimensions. The classic reference for all drivers interested in preserving the traditions of the sport. PB 72pp.
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